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Easy One Pot Lemon Garlic Parmesan Pasta: An Incredible 5-Star Recipe


  • Author: Leo
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 12 ounces of spaghetti or pasta of your choice
– 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth
– 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– Juice and zest of 1 lemon
– 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Easy One Pot Lemon Garlic Parmesan Pasta is simple if you follow these clear steps:

1. In a large pot, combine the pasta and broth, ensuring the pasta is submerged.
2. Bring the broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
4. During the last few minutes of cooking, melt the butter in a separate small pan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Lower the heat to add lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated Parmesan cheese to the pot with pasta. Stir gently to combine.
6. Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.
7. Remove the pot from heat and let it rest for a minute to thicken.
8. Serve the pasta warm, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.

These straightforward steps ensure that you’ll create this incredible dish quickly and efficiently.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Fat: 22g
  • Protein: 15g